Airport Police Officer- Part Time at Syracuse Regional Airport Authority

Syracuse, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Feb, 26

Salary

40.0

Posted On

27 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Law Enforcement, Community Policing, Traffic Management, Investigatory Work, Emergency Response, Communication Skills, Judgment, Teamwork, Customer Service, Record Keeping, Firearms Proficiency, Physical Agility, Problem Solving, Safety Procedures, New York State Laws, FAA Policies

Industry

Airlines and Aviation

Description

Description Syracuse Regional Airport Authority (SRAA), operator of Syracuse Hancock International Airport, is seeking part-time Airport Police Officers for the police force at Syracuse Hancock International Airport. Responsibilities, under the supervision of the Airport Police Captain, include enforcing federal and state laws and local ordinances and maintaining order at Syracuse Hancock International Airport while conducting community policing and routine patrol duties on an assigned shift. We are seeking individuals who are community-service oriented. Part-time candidates must be able to work a regular, recurring schedule of 16-24 hours per week, not to exceed 29 hours per week on average. The Syracuse Regional Airport Authority Police has the following shifts, Fridays through Mondays, with other opportunities available throughout the week: A Watch - 12am-8am B Watch - 8am-4pm C Watch - 4pm-12am Salary and Benefits for part-time police officers: · $40.00 per hour, plus shift differential · New York State Police and Fire Retirement System (PFRS) Plan 384d · NYS Deferred Compensation Plan (457b/Roth) · Employee Assistance Program (EAP) · Paid leave to volunteer for community service · Training and professional development opportunities · Statutory benefits required by NYS, including short-term disability and workers compensation Typical Work Activities Patrols assigned areas on foot or within a vehicle, including curb management. Responds to all aircraft emergency situations. Directs traffic in congested and emergency areas. Issues traffic and other citations or warnings. Performs investigatory work. Searches for and preserves evidence. Checks doors and windows of unoccupied business and leased properties. Investigates suspicious activities and makes arrests for violations of Federal and State Laws and local ordinances. Escorts arrested individuals to jail and to court, and has them booked on charges. Watches for and makes investigations of wanted and missing persons, stolen cars and property. Maintains order in crowds at gatherings on airport grounds. Answers questions for and directs the traveling public and airport visitors Receives complaints from the public. Utilizes radio technology for communications with airport personnel and other law enforcement and emergency management agencies. Make daily reports of activities. Requirements Thorough knowledge of accepted principles and practices of law enforcement as applied to airport and aviation security practices. Good knowledge of New York State Penal Law, Criminal Procedure Law, Vehicle and Traffic Law and other relevant state and local laws. Good knowledge of FAA and TSA policies, including 49 CFR Part 1542 and practices governing security at commercial airports. Good knowledge of 14 CFR Part 139 – Certification of Airports Good knowledge of the modern methods and techniques employed in airport safety and security. Proficient in use of a personal computer, and Microsoft Office Suite products, including Word, Excel and Outlook. Proficient in use of radio communications technology. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English (bilingual is a plus) Ability to maintain positive professional relationships with a diverse staff, including management, employees, tenants, vendors, regulatory agents, and other law enforcement and emergency management agencies. Ability to exercise good judgment and make effective decisions in alignment with the mission and values of Syracuse Regional Airport Authority. Ability to work independently or as a team in a high stress and life-threating situation. Ability to follow commands without hesitation, particularly in emergency situations Ability to following written and verbal directions Ability to be courteous and firm with the general public, focused both on customer service and safety and security. Ability to maintain records and prepare reports in an organized and clear manner. Ability in the use and care of firearms. Able to work primarily in doors in office setting and occasionally outdoors on foot or in vehicle in all weather conditions. Ability to perform lifesaving procedures. Physical strength and agility sufficient to perform police work. Must meet the physical, mental, and certification requirements of New York State statutes for law enforcement, including hand and arm steadiness, ability to use a keyboard and telephone, occasional lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs., walking, standing, balancing, kneeling, bending, feeling, climbing, smelling, twisting, sufficient hand-eye coordination and position mobility in ankles, knees, hips, and back, vision, speech, and hearing necessary to perform the essential tasks and maintain proficiency standards and positions for the “gun” and “non-gun” hand. Must have physical stamina to chase and subdue fleeing persons and arrest suspects and rescue victims. Minimum Qualifications A. Possession of a valid New York State Basic Police Officer Certificate (BPOC). B. 3 years of work experience, or its part-time equivalent, as a police officer or as a peace officer that meets the requirements as outlined in CFR Part 1542.217, or a combination; and, Education: Candidates must be high school graduates or holders of a high school equivalency diploma issued by an education department. Citizenship: Candidates must be citizens of the United States at time of appointment. License: Possession of a valid New York State driver's license at time of appointment. Physical: Candidates must meet the prescribed general physical and medical conditions as stated in the Municipal Police Training Council standards. The physical requirements are removed for provisional candidates with former law enforcement experience and a valid basic police officer certificate, although a standard pre-employment physical is still required. Psychological: Psychiatric and Polygraph examinations may be required of any successful candidate prior to appointment. Moral Character: Candidates must be of a good moral character with no conviction of a felony. Conviction of a misdemeanor or other offense including traffic violation may bar appointment. For Retired Police Officers: Must have a basic police officer certificate and, be licensed to carry a firearm and have arrest authority. Note: Police officer positions at the Syracuse Regional Airport Authority were established under Public Authorities Law section 2799-ggg-1. All appointments to positions defined as police officers under Criminal Procedures Law, section 1.20(34)(e) are subject to the regulations of the Municipal Police Training Council (MPTC), found in 9 NYCRR Part 6000 at the time of appointment. Special Requirements Must obtain and maintain security clearance as required by role and TSA regulations. Subject to Syracuse Regional Airport Authority drug and alcohol testing policy for safety-sensitive positions. Other requirements *Any offer of employment is contingent on passing a security clearance background check and pre-employment drug test and physical. *Must be able to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge. *Position is currently provisional with Civil Service. Being reachable on the competitive examination may be required for permanent appointment. *SRAA will support 211-waiver application; however, approval is at the discretion of New York State Commission on Civil Service. To learn more about our organization, including our mission, vision, and values, please visit: www.syrairport.org SRAA is committed to equal employment opportunity and leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to serve the traveling public at Syracuse Hancock International Airport. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other basis protected by Federal, State or Local law. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Responsibilities

Airport Police Officers are responsible for enforcing laws and maintaining order at Syracuse Hancock International Airport. They conduct community policing and routine patrol duties while responding to emergencies and investigating suspicious activities.